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China City Guide:
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| Fast Facts |
Full Name
Union of Myanmar
Capital City
Yangon (moving to Pyinmana)
Area
671,000 sq km
259,073 sq miles
Population
52,000,000
Time Zone
GMT/UTC +6.5 ()
Languages
Burmese (official)
Karen (other)
Shan (other)
Kachin (other)
Religion
87% Theravada Buddhist, 5% Christian, 4% Muslim, 3% animist
Currency
Kyat (K)
Electricity
230V 50HzHz
Electric Plug Details
British style plug with two flat blades and one flat grounding blade
European plug with two circular metal pins
Country Dialing Code
95
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| General Information |
Myanmar sits at the crossroads of Asia’s great civilisations of India and China, and looks out onto the vast Indian Ocean next to Thailand. One of South East Asia’s largest and most diverse countries, Myanmar stretches from the sparkling islands of the Andaman Sea in the south right up into the Eastern Himalayan mountain range.
To this day Myanmar remains one of the most mysterious and undiscovered destinations in the world. A land of breathtaking beauty and charm yet only recently emerging into the modern world. What can the casual visitor therefore expect upon arrival, and why should one embark on such a journey in the first place?
Myanmar offers all the traditional delights of Asia in one fascinating country. Virgin jungles, snow-capped mountains and pristine beaches, combined with a rich and glorious heritage spanning more than two thousand years. Spectacular monuments and ancient cities attest to a vibrant culture that is still home to 135 different ethnic groups.
The country’s tourism infrastructure boasts five star properties, intimate boutique hotels and family guest houses in all the major centers, as well as stunning mountain and beach resorts. Myanmar also boasts one of the lowest tourist crime records in the world, so visitors can rest assured their holiday will be carefree from start to finish.
Wherever you go in Myanmar, whether it be cruising down the mighty Ayeyarwaddy River in style, drifting over the ancient city of Bagan by hot air balloon, or searching for that elusive tiger on the back of an elephant, there is always a feeling of adventure. With two modern internal airlines upgrading and expanding their networks, new and exciting destinations off the beaten track are gradually being opened. From mountain trekking and rafting in the far north to world class diving in the Mergui Archipelago. But above all, Myanmar offers the warmest welcome in Asia.
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| Attractions |
Yangon - Yangon, the Capital City, is the main gateway to Myanmar. Yangon was founded by King Alaungpaya on the site of a small settlement called Dagon when he conquered Lower Myanmar in 1755. The name "Yangon" means "End of Strife", which was anglicized as Rangoon by the British. The present day Yangon covers over 400 sq. km. and has a population of over 5 million. The main attractions in Yangon is the world-famous Shwedagon Pagoda. Other tourist attractions include" the 70-metre long Reclinging Buddha of Chauk-tat-gyi Pagoda, Nga-tat-gyi Pagoda, Lawka Chantha Abhaya Labbha Muni Buddha Image, Kaba Aye (World Peace) Pagoda, Mahawizaya Pagoda, National Museum, Zoological Garden, Bogyoke Aung San Park, Kandawgyi Lake, People' Square and People's Park.
Mandalay - The last capital of the third Myanmar Empire, Mandalay, is situated in centreal Myanmar and 668 km north of Yangon. It is the largest city after Yangon and is both a bustling commercial center and a repository of ancient culture. It is also a transportation hub of the central Myanmar. With the remains of the old monasteries, Mandalay is a showcase of Myanmar arts and architecture of the 19th century. It is also noted for woodcarvings, silverware, tapestries, silk cloth and other traditional craft products. Mya Nan San Kyaw Golden Palace, Mandalay Hill, Shwenandaw, Maha Muni Pagoda, Kuthodaw Pagoda are some of the tourist attractions of Mandalay.
Bagan - Bagan is the main tourist attraction in Myanmar and one of the richest archaeological sites in Asia. It is located on the eastern bank of Ayeyarwaddy River, the main river of Myanmar. The best lacquer ware in Myanmar is available there. The whole space is densely studded with pagodas of all sizes and shapes. At one time, there were 13,000 temples, pagodas and religious structures. Today, only over 2000 well-preserved pagodas and temples of the 11th-13th century. The best lacquer ware in Myanmar is available there. Among the significant temples and pagodas are:- Ananda Tmeple, Thatbyinnyu Temple, Gubyaukgyi Temple, Htilominlo Temple.
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